Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking bids for two V-bottom inflatable swift water boats, two 40 HP tiller drive outboard motors, and two aluminum boat trailers for the Law Enforcement Division. A contract will only be awarded to a vendor with an active marine dealer, distributor, or manufacturer license. Bids are due by 2:00 PM CT on April 23, 2026. Pre-delivery inspection of assembled boats with accessories, motors, and trailers is mandatory at the vendor's facility prior to delivery. TPWD reserves the right to pick up the boat, motor, and trailer packages to save delivery charges if the vendor is in close proximity to delivery locations. The contract will be awarded based on the best value to TPWD, considering price and other factors. Invoices must be submitted to Accounts Payable, and payment is normally made within 30 days after receipt of a properly prepared invoice or acceptance of goods/services.
The bid due deadline is April 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT. Delivery schedule and requirements are to be specified with the bid response, and vendors must provide one week's notice prior to delivery.
The bid notice states that payment normally will be made to the contractor within 30 days after receipt of a properly prepared invoice or the receipt and acceptance of goods/services ordered, whichever is later.
The bid notice requires that all items must be covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and the unit shall be warranted against defects in material and workmanship for the manufacturer's standard warranty for government use.
The bid notice states that an award will be made on an all or none basis, and TPWD will award a contract to the respondent whose quote is considered to be the best value to TPWD, price and other factors considered.
A contract will only be awarded to a vendor that has an active marine dealer, distributor, or manufacturer license. Bidders must also certify that if a Texas address is shown, they qualify as a Texas bidder.
The bid notice mentions that default in promised delivery days after receipt of order without accepted reasons or failure to meet specifications authorizes TPWD to purchase goods and services elsewhere and charge any increased costs to the contractor.
A pre-delivery inspection of assembled boats with accessories, outboard motors, and trailers prior to scheduling delivery is mandatory at the vendor's facility.
The bid notice does not explicitly mention the submission of samples.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenges or protests, but it does mention protest procedures in section 57.
